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"A hero is an archetypical character, that is, a recurrent symbol or figure in a society’s mythology, arts, religion, and other cultural aspects. The hero archetype is an ideal person (usually male) who possesses virtues and outstanding traits meant to be admired and imitated, such as courage, leadership, noble sentiments, self-sacrifice, bravery, and strength ... "

"This title examines the role and theme of the hero archetype in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, To Kill a Mockingbird, 12 Years a Slave, The Scarlet Letter, and Little Women. It features four analysis papers that consider the hero theme, each using different critical lenses, writing techniques, or aspects of the theme.

This is a collection of heroic types which illustrate the richness of heroes that may be found in various stories ... "